MediEvil Co-Creator Jay Gunn Lists BAFTA Award for Sale Amid Industry Struggles

Jay Gunn, widely recognized as the co-creator of the acclaimed MediEvil series, has turned to social media to announce the sale of his prestigious BAFTA award earned for MediEvil 2.

Gunn—who is also known by his real name Jason Wilson—collected the sought-after "Game of the Year" trophy on stage in 2000, a testament to the franchise's critical success and lasting impact on PlayStation history. This recent development comes after previous efforts by Gunn to secure his livelihood, including the sale of original concept artwork.

As a veteran in game development and former creative director and art director at Sony, Gunn revealed in a candid social media post that he would willingly work for a fraction of his earlier salary just to continue paying for fundamental living expenses, emphasizing the harsh economic realities many established creators now face. In his own words, Gunn stated that he is "simply striving to meet essential costs like mortgage and bills, or rent should his home be lost," shedding light on the precarious conditions for even celebrated talents within the gaming sector. Jay Gunn is seeking offers of approximately £6,000 for the BAFTA award, and the sale includes several thematic items such as a Funko Pop collectible figure of Sir Daniel Fortesque, the beloved protagonist of the MediEvil games. Gunn’s storied career in the video game industry began in the 1980s.

He contributed to influential home computer adaptations like Pac-Mania, Space Harrier II, and Ninja Gaiden, and his wide-ranging credits span popular titles including HeroQuest, Horror Zombies from the Crypt, James Pond 2: Codename: Robocod, Silverload, Ghosthunter, and 24: The Game.

Beyond the video game world, Gunn has further showcased his creativity with the publication of original comic books such as Surface Tension and Coal Face. MediEvil, which first launched on PlayStation, remains one of the defining action-adventure franchises in Sony’s gaming portfolio, celebrated for its distinctive style and memorable characters.

Gunn’s openness about his current struggles serves as a stark reminder of the volatility of the video game industry—an industry where even BAFTA-winning developers may face professional and financial instability. Industry observers, developers, and fans alike continue to honor Gunn’s significant contributions to classic and contemporary video game culture.

As the gaming business evolves, Gunn’s situation highlights the importance of ongoing support for creative professionals who have shaped the medium’s legacy.

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